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The Missing Sister by Elle Marr

"Shayna travels to Paris in the hope of finding her missing twin sister, who may be dead. Clues to mysteries about her sister are revealed as well as the backstory of their strained relationship. I only read this for a book club and would not recommend it. It was disjointed and unrealistic, and it read like a long, complex nightmare." - D. Zelamsky

1/4 stars.

Hush Hush by Stuart Woods

"Another Stone Barrington adventure, who has changed professions from NYC detective to powerful lawyer. He finds an extortion threat on his computer for 1.5 million dollars. He sends back a negative remark to starts the ball rolling. His computer is crashed and contracts CIA director Lance Cabot. Lance sends a computer expert, Rocky Hardwick, who helps restore computer. Together with others he fights off Russians who are out to get him. Needless to say a lot of romance, it is Stone Barrington." - C. Daley

3/4 stars.

Diary of a Single Wedding Planner (Tales Behind the Veil, Book 1) by Violet Howe

"Tyler Warren, jilted by her boyfriend of three years, ran away from her memories in her small Southern hometown to the glitz and glamor of a Florida. She finds work as a wedding planner. Dealing with bridezillas is hard work, as she details in her diary. She also details her less than perfect love life. Tyler’s personal and professional near misses are both wacky and poignant. A good escape read." - E. Pasquali

2/4 stars.

Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen

"This book tells the story of two former college roommates who ended up being business partners in selling knock off goods. The story is told from both perspectives but I kept waiting for the good part/ twist to happen. It ended without much drama or bang." - M. Bradley

2/4 stars.

Incense and Sensibility by Sonali Dev

"This book continues the story of the Raje family from the perspective of the older brother. Yash is running for California governor and is suddenly anxious about his life’s path. India is a yoga instructor and stress relief guru that helps him overcome some obstacles all while not trying to fall in love. Can’t wait to read the next installment." - M. Bradley

4/4 stars.

Lots of Candles and Plenty of Cake by Ann Quindlen

"The book is a memoir about best selling author Ann Quindlen. The book was insightful. She writes about her marriage, kids and the importance of girl friends. A good read for any women." - O. Scheine

4/4 stars.

22 Seconds by James Patterson

"Another book in the Women's murder club series. Lindsay and her husband Joe get to work together in this book. They get wrapped up in murders, illegal firearms and drugs as they try to find and stop a illegal shipment coming into California. Not one of my favorites of the series but a good read." - T. Brooks

3/4 stars.

Invisible by Danielle Steel

"Antonia Adams is a product of a loveless marriage. As a child she in ignored by her mother and father. She learns that the only way she feels safe is to hide. She becomes invisible. She lives in isolation. Books are her refuge and movies are her escape. I found the book interesting and a very easy read." - O. Scheine

3/4 stars.

Count The Ways by Joyce Maynard

"This is the story of Eleanor, an artist and writer who builds the life she always wanted on a farm as a wife and mother. Due to a tragic accident, her dreams are crushed, she takes new paths, & her character slowly develops. It was a push for me to get through this depressing book. I found the writing to be repetitive, cliched, and over-explained. It was not worth my time." - D. Zelamsky

1/4 stars.

Smart Women by Judy Blume

"The story of two divorced woman, one that arranges her ex-husband to move into the apartment next door of the other. They each move to Colorado for new beginnings. Of course things get complicated when BB's ex-husband has a romance with Margo. This causes trauma with all involved. I do wonder about the title of this book." - C. Daley

3/4 stars.

A Summer In Sonoma by Robyn Carr

"A story of four couples bonded by four childhood girlfriends. Each with a story of their own. You go through their hard times and fun times. A nice and fast summer read, or anytime read. You have two medical women, a hairdresser, and a housewife. They stay close, friendly and dependable, never losing sight of their friendship." - C. Daley

4/4 stars.

The Lighthouse (Book 1-Five Island Cove Series) by Jessie Newton

"After the death of Kristen’s husband, who had been both friend and mentor, five best friends (who called themselves The Seafaring Girls) reunite to support in the small coastal town of Five Island Cove. Long held secrets are divulged and their mentor’s feet of clay are unearthed. The truth can be shattering, and the Seafaring Girls learn the importance of truth, friendship, family, and faith." - E. Pasquali

4/4 stars.

Honorable Profession: A Novel of American Politics by Andy Kutler

"After resigning from his Secret Service position under an ethical cloud, 46-year-old Dan Cahill endeavors to rebuilding his relationship with Megan, his idealistic, college-aged daughter. Megan persuades her cynical father to join the student-led campaign of a popular professor in the Nevada presidential primary. Engaging from page one and heart-rendering." - E. Pasquali

4/4 stars.

Murder in the Manor by Fiona Grace

"Lacey Doyle receives divorce papers in the morning and by the end of the day she has flown to a small British seaside town. She had spent a fun family vacation in this town when she was seven. At the end of that vacation, her father had left the family, never to be heard from again. Lacey rents a house and a storefront, does a business plan, holds her first auction, is approved for a work visa, and solves a mystery - all in about a week. The end of the book is a hook for the next book, as she gets a lead about her father.

The Good Left Behind by Adriana Trigiani

"This novel tells the story of Matelda, the Cabrella family matriarch. She shares with granddaughter, Anina, her own mother's love story. Domenina was fortunate enough to have two loves in her life. One with a Scottish sea captain, John Laurie Mcvicars, the father of Matelda her daughter; and a childhood friend, Silivio. She takes us through her journey from Marseilles to Scotland, where, during wartime, Italians were imprisoned without cause. The story may be a little too long for me, but that may be just me." - C. Daley

3/4 stars.